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Upon discovering a small, contained fire in a wastebasket at a client site, what is the FIRST action a security guard should take?

According to general emergency procedures and fire safety protocols, activating the fire alarm is the primary action to ensure all occupants are alerted and eme

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Question: Upon discovering a small, contained fire in a wastebasket at a client site, what is the FIRST action a security guard should take?

Answer options: ✅ Activate the nearest fire alarm pull station.

  • Attempt to extinguish the fire with a portable extinguisher.
  • Call the fire department directly using their personal phone.
  • Evacuate the immediate area of the fire.

Correct answer: Activate the nearest fire alarm pull station.

Explanation: According to general emergency procedures and fire safety protocols, activating the fire alarm is the primary action to ensure all occupants are alerted and emergency services are automatically contacted, even if the fire seems small. This ensures a coordinated response.

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